Pine Trees Hotel

The Pine Trees Hotel is housed in a classic Scottish country house that dates to 1892, surrounded by 10 acres of lovely gardens and woodlands. Interiors are bright and inviting, with traditional decor that evokes old-world ambience. The spacious lounge resembles a refined, atmospheric living room of another era, full of comfortable leather couches and old books lining wooden shelves. Rich Oriental rugs in crimson and burgundy hues complement couches of the same shades and pair well with wooden furnishings and wainscoting. A beautiful, large fireplace accentuates the coziness of the space. The restaurant and bar are similarly furnished, with maroon hues paired with wooden furniture and rich decorative details like lovely ceiling moldings and chandeliers. The bar has a charming adjoining lounge with a marble fireplace and comfortable seating scattered about in rich plum and burgundy shades.

The hotel is located in the small Victorian town of Pitlochry, set on 10 acres of lovely, green grounds, and makes a good base for exploring Perthshire and the Highlands. The area is full of scenic lush hills and mountains, and attracts outdoor enthusiasts and travelers seeking some countryside respite. The property is within walking distance of several restaurants, bars, and shops that line the town’s main street, Atholl Road. The train and bus stations are about a five-minute walk away. The Pitlochry Golf Course is within a 10-minute walk. Some sights worth visiting include the beautiful Blair Castle (a 14-minute drive), the nearby whiskey distilleries, such as the Edradour Distillery (a seven-minute drive) or the Blair Atholl Distillery (a five-minute drive). For those searching for a bit of retail therapy, the House of Bruar migh be of interest (15-minute drive). Edinburgh is about an hour and a half drive away.

Decor in the hotel’s 29 rooms varies, but all are bright, comfortable, and inviting. Some rooms feature elegant decor that evokes another era -- think stately four-poster beds, marble fireplaces, and original details such as decorative ceiling molding. Others are more contemporary in style, with wooden furnishings, colorful couches, and patterned bedspreads. Some rooms are small, but higher-priced rooms have large sitting areas, and there are also suites with separate living rooms. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and modern bathrooms with either shower/tub combos or walk-in showers. Some units have lovely private balconies overlooking the grounds.

The hotel’s Garden Restaurant serves classic Scottish dishes with an emphasis on fresh, local fare. There is also a lovely bar with a cozy log fireplace where guests can sample a variety of fine Scotch single malt whiskies and other drinks. The elegant and atmospheric main lounge is full of comfortable seating and a fireplace, with books and board games on hand for guests. The property is surrounded by 10 lush acres of grounds, and there are plenty of lovely walks in the area. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, as is parking, and breakfast is included in the room rate.